This is a great video... I built these washers in my hometown testing the machine and boxing them was fun. This test makes me wanna buy one from the factory itself. Thanks for this.
Just a tip - when you're spraying the vinyl, try and position yourself to spray down rather than straight into it. Less likely to force water behind the siding..
The main thing that I sometimes find difficult is getting the air out of the system. You want to do that before starting the motor, and it can be very difficult if you are downhill from your water spigot. Also store this thing in your basement in the winter -- if you freeze the pump you'll need a new one.
Flush the pump with RV antifreeze. If you have to just pour a couple cups of antifreeze down a garden hose and pull the recoil cord to pass the antifreeze through, you don't need to start the machine. Remove the high pressure hose to see the antifreeze come through, and blow out the high pressure hose with a compressor. Not to complicated. Some of the seals and rubbers inside a pump might not be petroleum grade rubber so might not be good advice to use oil...
I got one of these the old manager at my work just gave it to me all because the pump needed replaced the inlet cracked so I have $100 for the pump in it that's it not bad for an almost $400 unit
The height is for a lower center of gravity. Due to its higher output. if it were to have the other style mount it would tip over by a simple jerk of the hose.
Exactly, this is one of the reasons I specifically went with this style. Less likely to tip over when moving around etc. I had a Generac before and had to always be careful when pulling on the hose and moving it around not to tip it over. Much easier to happen than you think. This was thoughtful design by Simpson.
Question if I'm not going to use soap dispenser do you think the fitting should be capped or anything,I was just wondering if it would cause a air leak since it's not sucking any soap, Thank you if you or anyone could answer that question for me. Also great video I saved it for when I purchase mine thanks 👍 again 🙂👍
Im having a really hard time getting the soap tip to fit In my pressure washer. Is there anything I can do? Every other tip fit's fine just not the black plastic tip.
I think my soap one was also tight. You can try spraying a little WD40 or something into the locking mechanism where the tip goes in to see if that will help.
So I hooked up the siphon line to the one gallon bottle but the spray is Not spraying any of the chemicals from the bottle, is there a switch or a handle I must push for the chemicals to spray out the nozzle?
With the hose on but the engine off. Spray the water without turning the gas engine on. You'll have some air go through for about 10 seconds before water comes out.
I just ordered the Simpson PS60919 it’s rated at 4400-PSI and 4 GPM. I wanted to get the ALH4240 but it was not available. The PS60919 it’s rated at 9HP and the ALH4240 it’s rated at 13 HP. Can someone explain why the difference in HP when they both have the same Honda GX390?
I know a siding distributor. He says to NEVER wash siding under high pressure such as in this video because there is a thin protective film on the siding. Use low pressure and some form of detergent only.
Someone directed me to the water supply inleyquick disconnects you can get for these. It doesn't choke the water PSI so they are OK from what i was told. HD has them as a "set" for under $7.
Got mine today, the exact same one. One tank of fuel through it, fueled it up, and it wont run worth a crap. Released pressure on the hose yada yada and thats it. Any suggestions?
Home Depot customer support tells me that this can siphon the water out of a bucket. I’m needing to use this where I don’t have access to a continuous water supply. Have you found this to be true? Does it work as well when siphoning the water out of a bucket vs. using a garden hose?
What is the fastener for the tire called. I bought one of these. The tire falls off because it didn't come with the fastener that clips around the axel. It's not a nut or a pin.
i ordered the 3200 psi model the other day. pretty much the same thing from 4 years ago but I dont think mine has soap dispenser which I really dont care about. my main desire was to replace the troy bilt power washer that Ive had for about 8 years. I finally blew a second pump . It had a honda motor which is a big deal to me but the pump was a vertical type at the bottom and that kinda sucks. plus the frame kinda sucks as well. hard to move around. I needed a honda motor with a horizontal pump which this has so we shall see i guess
I ordered this unit online and they shipped one with the wrong handle. They called and left a vm that said they were aware and needed me to call back for some reason. I have no idea why they did not just send the right handle to the same address as they shipped the pressure washer to! I called back and they put me on hold for a half hour. I eventually had to go to due being extremely busy. I called again and again and just got their vm. I left vm's confirming all my info and please send the right handle. They never did. I spent 2k and they are pitiful. Won't buy from Simpson again.
They arent the same specs by a long shot. The Stihl has a 430cc engine and a 4200 psi pump. It also has a vibration dampening system and a much higher quality pump. The Simpson is for residential use and has a low quality pump. There is much more technology and quality in the Stihl unit. Its like comparing a Chevy Cobalt to any BMW. Yes, they are both cars and carry the same amount of people but, there is quality in one and just a few cheap components thrown together on the other.
@@Killobyte my pressure washer kept turning off when i pushed in the lever. so I left it out and i pressured washed for about an hour and a half until it died out. When i checked the filter it was covered in gasoline. I have not tried to turn it on since then. Do you think i ruined the engine?
This power washer is useless. It has not soap tank. So I guess they want you to carry around a 3 gallon soap container with your 3rd hand. Or if you prefer you can move the soap bucket every 3 feet as you move around the house. Let me add that it sits about 1.5 feet off the ground so if you are taller than 4 1/2 feet you have to bend over every time you move it and do a crab crawl if you are moving it any distance. Did I mention the muffler is right on top of the motor with no protection from the hose touching it and blowing a hole in it? What about no fuel shut off, did I mention that? In the back of a truck it will get flooded and won't start, come storage time, you either run the gas tank dry and carb or use stabilizer for the fuel (which I do not like to do) Just purchased this unit and will be returning it tomorrow. Thanks for the review, this is not directed towards you, it is towards the manufacturer.
Miguel Fernandez I had like a 20 minute frustration man, ok the bottom of the tube that connects to the water hose theirs a niple on it and slide the tip on it (Just the tip😉😂) the other end connects to the soap machine which I think is separate sell 🤷♂️ for 400$ I think it is stupid selling separately, or I’m just dumb and don’t know where it is at 😂
I got my Simpsons 3400 for more than $600 2 years later afther used bearly 20 houors in 2 years the pump fail I notice water mixed in the pump oil lowes wont take it back they say that they need authorization fron Simpson
Today I saw HD had it for $369 VS Lowes is $399. I know they have a 10% guarantee war against each potherb so I'm actually trying to figure out who do I get it from.
*Yours has the same cheap pump as my simpson washer. I'm going to replace the pump on mine with a Mi-T-M 3600psi 3.5gpm for $200. Much better and stronger pump and it has a pressure regulator unloader knob.*
I have the same problem didn't do my homework it is a cheap Simpson with NO adjustment knob. Takes forever to a task. It won't take green algae off my vinyl buyer's beware! Looks great but will be selling! Very disappointed!
@@davidblue435 *The pump is actually pretty strong, just not made to use day in and day out. Spraying the surface down with bleach or pool cleaner before hand will make spraying the algae off alot easier as well. Cost under $4 a gallon at walmart.*
Candyman sounds like you left the gas in it. Normal gas has a chemicals called ethanol with causes clogs and gums ups in your carburetor. The carburetor is the metal dome thing that makes air to gas ratio then injects it into the engine. So to fix it all you got to do is take off the carburetor, open it, and spray and clean all the passages with carb cleaner and wire. To prevent this from happening. Add Stabil fuel stabilizer to your gas.
Simpson warranty sucks!!!!only 2 days old!! Had a issue where could not use and waited 3 weeks and 5 phone calls and got no where...so boxed it up and return for refund...will never purchase a Simpson product ever again!!...any power washer under $1300.00 is junk!!!
My experience with Simpson powerwashers (3200 psi with powerboost) is they're junk. Never starts, awkward hose connection position, I get more water on me than anything I'm trying to clean.
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This is a great video... I built these washers in my hometown testing the machine and boxing them was fun. This test makes me wanna buy one from the factory itself. Thanks for this.
Just a tip - when you're spraying the vinyl, try and position yourself to spray down rather than straight into it. Less likely to force water behind the siding..
Thank you!
Just the tip?
@@ajbrown2013 Of course.. Nothing more.....
genius.
As a dwarf I can attest to the fact that yes indeed it was custom made for me.
Lol like your humor.
Great video. I bought one on sale today. It was a nice upgrade from my electric power washer
I got one for my Mobile Detailing business and I love mine! They are amazing and reliable machines
Does it give thick foam with a cannon?
Is there pump oil? I can’t seem to find a manual or any help in finding how to change it.
For a taller person you could extent the handle making it easier for moving around
Should've soft-washed it with some chems and them just rinse it down...but hey good job! You got it done!!! 👍👈
The main thing that I sometimes find difficult is getting the air out of the system. You want to do that before starting the motor, and it can be very difficult if you are downhill from your water spigot. Also store this thing in your basement in the winter -- if you freeze the pump you'll need a new one.
I store mine in an outdoor shed in winter. I just flush the pump with oil before winter
Flush the pump with RV antifreeze. If you have to just pour a couple cups of antifreeze down a garden hose and pull the recoil cord to pass the antifreeze through, you don't need to start the machine. Remove the high pressure hose to see the antifreeze come through, and blow out the high pressure hose with a compressor. Not to complicated. Some of the seals and rubbers inside a pump might not be petroleum grade rubber so might not be good advice to use oil...
That pressure washer fits in my wife’s Mazda3 hatchback great size haven’t used it yet can’t wait to use it I’m just taking in knowledge
I’m going to be posting about my pressure washer journey on my Instagram @meanmanmenio soon enough 🤞🏽
Great overview video! Thank you for pointing out the soap attachment location.
I got one of these the old manager at my work just gave it to me all because the pump needed replaced the inlet cracked so I have $100 for the pump in it that's it not bad for an almost $400 unit
How’s it been holding up for you partner?
What size siphon hose would I get?
The height is for a lower center of gravity. Due to its higher output. if it were to have the other style mount it would tip over by a simple jerk of the hose.
Exactly, this is one of the reasons I specifically went with this style. Less likely to tip over when moving around etc. I had a Generac before and had to always be careful when pulling on the hose and moving it around not to tip it over. Much easier to happen than you think. This was thoughtful design by Simpson.
Solid video. I just bought one of these today. Well done.
Love the hard hitting cam intro!
Question if I'm not going to use soap dispenser do you think the fitting should be capped or anything,I was just wondering if it would cause a air leak since it's not sucking any soap, Thank you if you or anyone could answer that question for me. Also great video I saved it for when I purchase mine thanks 👍 again 🙂👍
I suppose you could cap it but it works well stock.
Does it have a way to shut off the fuel so it won’t build up bad stuff on the fuel lines?
I don't recall a fuel cut-off. I'd recommend using a fuel stabilizer or siphoning/running it out of fuel before storage.
Just got one yesterday, it’s awesome 👏🏼
How much did you pay?
@deangelowalton7055 I bought mine at Tractor Supply last week and I got it for $350.
@@DiamondInTheRough. that's a great price the best deal I found was Amazon. $400
Im having a really hard time getting the soap tip to fit In my pressure washer. Is there anything I can do? Every other tip fit's fine just not the black plastic tip.
I think my soap one was also tight. You can try spraying a little WD40 or something into the locking mechanism where the tip goes in to see if that will help.
@@Killobyte Thank you so much I finally got it in!
I just bought one but what's up with the clear tube thats under where the filter goes it's not connected to anything
Been trying to find the siphon hookup. Thx 🙏🏻
So I hooked up the siphon line to the one gallon bottle but the spray is Not spraying any of the chemicals from the bottle, is there a switch or a handle I must push for the chemicals to spray out the nozzle?
You mentioned, "make sure you have the air flushed out of the system [before starting]." - how?
With the hose on but the engine off. Spray the water without turning the gas engine on. You'll have some air go through for about 10 seconds before water comes out.
Which nozzle good for car cleaning?
I just got one and it was smoking did I do something wrong or do new pressure washers do that ?
Smoking is not normal. Check the oil level to make sure it's correct and don't tilt the washer too much. If it continues to smoke I'd take it back.
I just ordered the Simpson PS60919 it’s rated at 4400-PSI and 4 GPM. I wanted to get the ALH4240 but it was not available. The PS60919 it’s rated at 9HP and the ALH4240 it’s rated at 13 HP. Can someone explain why the difference in HP when they both have the same Honda GX390?
I know a siding distributor. He says to NEVER wash siding under high pressure such as in this video because there is a thin protective film on the siding. Use low pressure and some form of detergent only.
Someone directed me to the water supply inleyquick disconnects you can get for these.
It doesn't choke the water PSI so they are OK from what i was told.
HD has them as a "set" for under $7.
Got mine today, the exact same one. One tank of fuel through it, fueled it up, and it wont run worth a crap. Released pressure on the hose yada yada and thats it. Any suggestions?
Is it on?
Home Depot customer support tells me that this can siphon the water out of a bucket. I’m needing to use this where I don’t have access to a continuous water supply. Have you found this to be true? Does it work as well when siphoning the water out of a bucket vs. using a garden hose?
Yes it works, you'll want a big bucket. :)
Does it come with the hose and wand??
What is the fastener for the tire called. I bought one of these. The tire falls off because it didn't come with the fastener that clips around the axel. It's not a nut or a pin.
I finally have it figured out. It's called a E-Clip.
how do i use this without removing the paint off my home?
How do I repair that flimsy wire choke that has fallen off of my Simpson Powerwasher?
Do you use regular gas ? Or do I have to put oil in the gas? I’m swapping from a craftsman and it used oil in the gas 1/50
Gas is separate from the oil on this engine..
Thanks dude. Saludos desde Tijuana, Mex
Arriba Tijuana primo
i ordered the 3200 psi model the other day. pretty much the same thing from 4 years ago but I dont think mine has soap dispenser which I really dont care about. my main desire was to replace the troy bilt power washer that Ive had for about 8 years. I finally blew a second pump . It had a honda motor which is a big deal to me but the pump was a vertical type at the bottom and that kinda sucks. plus the frame kinda sucks as well. hard to move around. I needed a honda motor with a horizontal pump which this has so we shall see i guess
I ordered this unit online and they shipped one with the wrong handle. They called and left a vm that said they were aware and needed me to call back for some reason. I have no idea why they did not just send the right handle to the same address as they shipped the pressure washer to! I called back and they put me on hold for a half hour. I eventually had to go to due being extremely busy. I called again and again and just got their vm. I left vm's confirming all my info and please send the right handle. They never did. I spent 2k and they are pitiful. Won't buy from Simpson again.
listening to this guy will put you to sleep
What if I don't want to use the soap injector? Do I cover it or just let it be?
You can just leave it as is
Why is the stihl rb800 $949 dollars at the same specs? Is it easier to service because the engine is open?
They arent the same specs by a long shot. The Stihl has a 430cc engine and a 4200 psi pump. It also has a vibration dampening system and a much higher quality pump. The Simpson is for residential use and has a low quality pump. There is much more technology and quality in the Stihl unit. Its like comparing a Chevy Cobalt to any BMW. Yes, they are both cars and carry the same amount of people but, there is quality in one and just a few cheap components thrown together on the other.
What pressure do the tires need to be inflated to?
My tires say max load is at 30psi. I have mine a little soft so it’s less bouncy when moving it over dirt/grass.
Do you know what size water hose fits it ??
Pretty sure it's 5/8"
Nice video, but sucks it doesn't have its own soap dispenser. Lotta other models include the soap reservoir. Anyway, thumbs up, good video
Where did you get the Argentina cap?
Is there a way to get a longer handle?
Not that I know of.
Anyone know where the doohickey number six is? Thank ya
Im glad for once, a company thought of us little people..👍
Does thee pump need oil
what happens if you don't push in the choke lever after the pressure washer is on?
It will run very poorly and may shut off. It shouldn't do any long term damage unless it's run that way for too long.
@@Killobyte my pressure washer kept turning off when i pushed in the lever. so I left it out and i pressured washed for about an hour and a half until it died out. When i checked the filter it was covered in gasoline. I have not tried to turn it on since then. Do you think i ruined the engine?
@@25falcons If it was running and ran out of gas, you are probably fine. It sounds like you may have a carburetor issue or bad vacuum leak.
Will it fit into the trunk of a honda civic 4 door sedan?
Yeah..put it in trunk and bring it to the dump!!! These are junk!!
@@mikesecondo2254 what power washer is better... OR what do you have... or reccommend ?
@@cohenkevinloriqueen818 a doosan...with hot water heater....$1600.00..the real deal man's power washer!!!
This power washer is useless. It has not soap tank. So I guess they want you to carry around a 3 gallon soap container with your 3rd hand. Or if you prefer you can move the soap bucket every 3 feet as you move around the house.
Let me add that it sits about 1.5 feet off the ground so if you are taller than 4 1/2 feet you have to bend over every time you move it and do a crab crawl if you are moving it any distance.
Did I mention the muffler is right on top of the motor with no protection from the hose touching it and blowing a hole in it? What about no fuel shut off, did I mention that? In the back of a truck it will get flooded and won't start, come storage time, you either run the gas tank dry and carb or use stabilizer for the fuel (which I do not like to do)
Just purchased this unit and will be returning it tomorrow. Thanks for the review, this is not directed towards you, it is towards the manufacturer.
Funny Review Glad you returned it😂🤣 looking for pressure washer and will not be getting this one
Ya, no soap dispenser is a total fail. I bought this and now I’m stuck with it.
Do you know if this machine can work with hot water?
it is not rated for hot water. that is a whole nother animal
where do u put the clear hose the one that comes with the tips ?
Miguel Fernandez I had like a 20 minute frustration man, ok the bottom of the tube that connects to the water hose theirs a niple on it and slide the tip on it (Just the tip😉😂) the other end connects to the soap machine which I think is separate sell 🤷♂️ for 400$ I think it is stupid selling separately, or I’m just dumb and don’t know where it is at 😂
Connect the hose to the pump at the male nipple.....put the other end in a bucket of your desired cleaning product.
Is it always 3200 psi or can you make it less?
It’s fixed pressure so you can’t change it. You have to stay back farther or maybe get a nozzle that lessens the pressure (larger nozzle).
labeled pressure is at 0 degrees nozzle
I liked the revie. Alex from Los Angeles CA
This helped alot, thankyou!
Can we use it with foam cannon to washing car...?
Yes, it should work with most foam cannons.
@@Killobyte Sir... Pls tell me this too... Duration of gas running time of one gallon...?
Sounds like it’d blow easily. Contemplating getting a vortexx belt drive
Where you add oil to the pump?
Jesus R your dumb
Jesus R 2:45
Jesus R some u put oil in and some u don’t need to .
Why are so many of the handles so low? I’m 6’3” tall and I finally found a snapper that I didn’t have to crawl with.
An adjustable or folding handle would have been nice
Purple power, dawn dish soap in a foam canon takes all that nastiness off. Cleans gutters too.
also when u turn it on does the pressure washer move ,like moves around n not stays in one place lol?
Miguel Fernandez take some air out of the tires .
I bought mine at tractor supply $399
I just got mine at tractor supply for 349
Just got one delivered from tractor supply for $299. Black Friday sale
@@steely_Bob same bro how is it??
@@Tfanning1 Haven’t had a chance to try it yet. Had 4 straight days of rain. I’m sure it will be a big upgrade from my old tired Troy-bilt
Good to know about the oil level.
Dude the handle looks adjustable
Its not adjustable for height. You can only flip it 180 degrees for a smaller storage footprint.
Thank. You….explained well
My washer is new and it doesn’t have high pressure
I got my Simpsons 3400 for more than $600 2 years later afther used bearly 20 houors in 2 years the pump fail I notice water mixed in the pump oil lowes wont take it back they say that they need authorization fron Simpson
Should always point wand on angle, to pressure dirt off not hammer 🔨 on.
Just because your a giant... LOL. Up to your knee... SMH. Good video. Thanks.
Thank you. Very helpful video.
where you bought the lowes machine or home depot
Today I saw HD had it for $369 VS Lowes is $399.
I know they have a 10% guarantee war against each potherb so I'm actually trying to figure out who do I get it from.
*Yours has the same cheap pump as my simpson washer. I'm going to replace the pump on mine with a Mi-T-M 3600psi 3.5gpm for $200. Much better and stronger pump and it has a pressure regulator unloader knob.*
I have the same problem didn't do my homework it is a cheap Simpson with NO adjustment knob. Takes forever to a task. It won't take green algae off my vinyl buyer's beware! Looks great but will be selling! Very disappointed!
@@davidblue435 *The pump is actually pretty strong, just not made to use day in and day out. Spraying the surface down with bleach or pool cleaner before hand will make spraying the algae off alot easier as well. Cost under $4 a gallon at walmart.*
Thanks! Really helpful
Honda: you make a good motor, a grenade pin from ww2 is not sufficient for a choke lever
Yes, the choke lever is terrible
Does it not have a over heating safety release ?
It has a pressure release valve.
Can anybody tell me if this get bubble gum up off the ground?
Yes
I love mine!!
An American pint is 16 oz. In the rest of the world it's 20oz
One pint of water weighs one pound 🤷 Maybe that's why they did it
K O B Thanks, you SAVED MY $$$$ . . . I would not like this MIDGET MACHINE... :)
My pressure for some reason doesn’t have pressure at all, anybody have any idea??
These are $250 at Sam’s just picked one up
tyson sittu Lowe’s has them $250
Not the same unit they dont. And it probably doesnt have a Honda engine on it
Highwire 68 They don’t anymore cause I bought the last unit they had and yes it’s the same. Want me to send you a pic of my engine to prove it?
Thank you!!
Where could you adjust the pressure on it
It doesn't have adjustable pressure other than changing nozzles.
I bought a simpeon last year used it once got it out today a year later it want start, anyone with any ideas?
Candyman sounds like you left the gas in it. Normal gas has a chemicals called ethanol with causes clogs and gums ups in your carburetor. The carburetor is the metal dome thing that makes air to gas ratio then injects it into the engine. So to fix it all you got to do is take off the carburetor, open it, and spray and clean all the passages with carb cleaner and wire. To prevent this from happening. Add Stabil fuel stabilizer to your gas.
@@topfin8441 Thank you for your reply. I did leave gas in it. I didn't think anything like this would happen. Thank you.
Junk it !!!
Candyman get the marine grade (blue in color) not the red fuel stabilizer. It is made especially for the ethanol in gas today.
It doesn’t stick out of my truck with a bed cover(:
Home depot has this for $399.
Use pump saver after each use and it will last for years and years
Thank you
The price on Amazon is 429$
When did pressure washers become gold
The pump has oil in it you can run it for hours without water I have the same
Oil lubricates, water or air cools. There is a reason the manual says not to run it without water for more than a few minutes.
I'm really having hard time finding these machines in india
#DwarvesPowerWashToo!!
Compré una 2800 Pau me pudieran ayudar el yoyo de jalar el cable está trancado hoy sábado la compré no la podido usarla yudemen mangui santana
Simpson warranty sucks!!!!only 2 days old!! Had a issue where could not use and waited 3 weeks and 5 phone calls and got no where...so boxed it up and return for refund...will never purchase a Simpson product ever again!!...any power washer under $1300.00 is junk!!!
Oil to "the right level" -- which is what?!
My experience with Simpson powerwashers (3200 psi with powerboost) is they're junk. Never starts, awkward hose connection position, I get more water on me than anything I'm trying to clean.
The handle got me blister on my hand no the right handale
Never use that much pressure on vinyl ever!
To short. Skipping this one.
I wish it was shorter, for storage. It's not a shopping cart.